Acer Predator G6 review

Acer's Predator G6 can hunt now, but limited upgrades may limit its glory years.

Acer’s Predator G6 doesn’t dominate its field, as does Acer’s Predator 17 gaming laptop, but it’s a solid entry. At $2,000 it ranks mid-pack in value, coming in higher than the iBuyPower Revolt 2 and Asus’ similar G11CD desktop, which is $1,700. But...

Conclusions The Acer Predator AG6-710 (70002) is a unique-looking yet cumbersome gaming desktop with a fast processor and powerful graphics card, but it's expensive given that there's little room for upgrades and its overall performance capabilities...

Acer Predator G6-710-70002

It all fits in with the extreme design of this gaming desktop, which looks like the tank tread of some kind of future war machine. Or, as Acer describes it, an "intimidating armor-inspired design." Even the airflow vent directing air from the front to...

The Acer Predator G6 fits our VR sweet-spot components into a big, distinctive case for under $2,000. Performance is great, basic software overclocking is built in, and there's a swappable drive bay in the front.

You really have to like the sci-fi tank look to appreciate the design. Not enough front- or top-panel ports for all your VR accessories. The case interior is not as user-accessible as some.

Acer Predator G6 review: VR chops in an aggressive design

The powerful Acer Predator G6 looks like part of a futuristic tank, so make sure you're ready to openly advertise your PC gaming obsession.

The Acer Predator G6 fits our VR sweet-spot components into a big, distinctive case for under $2,000. Performance is great, basic software overclocking is built in, and there's a swappable drive bay in the front.

You really have to like the sci-fi tank look to appreciate the design. Not enough front- or top-panel ports for all your VR accessories. The case interior is not as user-accessible as some.

Acer Predator G6 Review : War Machine

The desktop Acer calls Predator G6 ( G6-710 for this review) is a monster. It's not the largest and most all-inclusive PC they offer - it's not even the most massive Predator. Instead, it's a great combination of elements. It's powerful enough to run...

Acer Predator G6 review: VR chops in an aggressive design

The powerful Acer Predator G6 looks like part of a futuristic tank, so make sure you're ready to openly advertise your PC gaming obsession.

The Acer Predator G6 fits our VR sweet-spot components into a big, distinctive case for under $2,000. Performance is great, basic software overclocking is built in, and there's a swappable drive bay in the front.

You really have to like the sci-fi tank look to appreciate the design. Not enough front- or top-panel ports for all your VR accessories. The case interior is not as user-accessible as some.

Acer Predator G6 Review

If you want a gaming PC that's as good at turning heads as it is at running new games at their highest potential, the Acer Predator G6 ($1,499 starting, $1,999 as reviewed) is a great choice. This monstrous tower's GTX 980 graphics card and 6th-Gen...